Norfolk Island might be tiny, but it packs a punch when it comes to things to do! This place is STEEPED in history, with hikes to epic lookouts, crystal-clear waters with excellent snorkel, and full of quirky surprises (like cows on the road!). We spent a full week there and seriously considered extending our stay,…
Ormiston Gorge is hands down one of the best spots in the West MacDonnell Ranges, and it’s only a 90-minute drive from Alice Springs! Its 300-metre walls tower above Ormiston Creek, which is extremely impressive once you walk through it. Plus, its location in the surrounding ranges means superb panoramas, wonderful walks and a marvellous…
I’ve done the Dutchman’s Stern hike twice – first in 2010, and then again in 2017. The views are SO impressive – they must be for me to go through the same long hike twice! The endless panorama of rolling mountains, rocks and totally deadly-looking roads is mindblowing. Plus, it’s not every day you see a…
The Grampians wildflowers are one of the many highlights of south eastern Australia during spring. This iconic national park bursts into colour, with over 1,000 species of wildflowers calling the region home! The season typically kicks off in late August and runs through mid-November, with each area offering something a little different. But no matter…
Honestly, the best sunsets in Australia are easy to find. Road trip almost anywhere downunder, and sooner or later the three main conditions for a great sunset will come together – wide open spaces, a big sky, and a prop (or two). That’s according to me, anyway. I’ve been road-tripping around Oz for YEARS, discovering…
The Scenic Rim isn’t just another spot for a quick escape! It’s a place where you’ll find something new around every corner. It’s in south east Queensland, just over an hour from Brisbane – perfect for a weekend away. But honestly, there’s so much going on there that you’ll want to stay longer. From stunning…
I was once one of the many travellers who, upon driving down the eastern shore of South Australia’s Yorke Peninsula, would pass the Port Clinton turn-off without a second thought. Big mistake. Sitting a 90-minute drive from Adelaide, this hidden gem of the Yorke Peninsula is a small town offering more than just a quiet…
Black Rock (Kununurra, Western Australia) is a seasonal, 30-metre-high waterfall… and one of those hidden gems you have to see to believe. It gets its name from the striking black cliffs that tower around a small but deep pool at the base of the falls. These cliffs have been stained by minerals over time, giving…
The Byron Bay tourist magnet sucks masses of backpackers, surfers, whale-watchers, plus regular local and overseas tourists into its vortex. …Which leaves the fabulous Ballina region relatively uncrowded. Excellent! Ballina is a destination in its own right. It’s perfect for either a laid-back escape or as a base to explore the always-busy Byron Bay. It’s…
Timber Creek is usually seen as a pit stop between Kununurra and Katherine, but it’s a destination in itself. Part of the Victoria River Region in the Northern Territory, Timber Creek has rugged landscapes, spectacular natural attractions, and an intriguing blend of Aboriginal, colonial and military history. The Victoria River is right there. Its waters…